Labor plans for new national health system proposal
The Leader of the Federal Labor Party in Sydney criticizes voluntary health insurance and unveils a plan for a national health programme. The scheme would be administered by a Commonwealth health insurance commission with revenue from a health insurance fund and a surcharge on income tax. It would replace current voluntary contributions and aim to provide comprehensive medical and hospital cover with varying costs based on income levels.
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Rhodesian split rooms threaten Smith leadership
Salisbury reports a party split as Prime Minister Smith moves toward dismissing Internal Affairs Minister Harper and a leading member resigns. Health Minister Forbes warns Australians against compulsory health insurance, while Field resigns as former Prime Minister sparks potential purge. Observers foresee realignment with right wing MPs likely to quit and possible ministerial losses.
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Three men bash and stab man near Canberra Airport
Police say three men bashed and stabbed a man in a caravan near the Canberra Airport terminal shortly before dawn. The wounded man was taken to Canberra Community Hospital in a serious but stable condition. Police seek a long-haired man driving a 1988 Holden model for questioning.
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Fog delays Canberra aircraft and flights diverted
Fog engulfed Canberra Airport yesterday delaying outgoing flights and preventing incoming landings. About five flights were delayed two to five hours and several were cancelled. Two Melbourne aircraft were diverted to Sydney amid forecasts of more fog today.
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Gunman at danger point ends in tense standoff
Police confront a hostage situation as a gunman, identified as Wally Mellish, holds his wife and baby at risk. Authorities, led by Police Commissioner and Superintendent Fergusson, press for a peaceful resolution while confirming the weaponry and threats.
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Australians vow tough line after Melbourne rioting
Prime Minister Gorton and Victoria Chief Secretary Rylah promised a tougher stance on rioters. Bowen consults on harsher penalties while Police Commissioner Arnold pledges a firmer approach. External Affairs notes apology to the United States after the Melbourne consulate attack as officials condemn violence and defend dissent within limits. Sir Arthur Lee of the RSL labels protests fascist-like and gutter tactics, urging restraint and legality.
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Melbourne youths charged over antiwar protests in City Court
Ten youths including two women were remanded in Melbourne City Court on anti Vietnam protest charges after last night's demonstrations. Harry van Moorst 21 of Carlton was ordered to serve a five day jail term for nonpayment of a $10 fine from a May Canberra protest. Moorst was remanded till next Friday on an offensive behaviour charge in Ta Trobe Street. The other four were released on bail of 20 Australian dollars. In London protesters outside the Queensland Governor's office handed out leaflets and waved slogans demanding Free Speech while condemning a police state in Queensland. The Strand rally coincided with student protests in three Australian capitals.
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Student on Parliament roof led to fines for ANU youths
A Welsh High Commission diplomat waived immunity to allow police to charge Ian Randel Miller and Graham Campbell Grant for climbing Parliament House to reach the Senate chamber roof during Bush Week. Miller and Grant, both ANU students, were fined 10 for the offence, while Inke, a British counsellor, pleaded guilty to a separate charge.
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London Bridge arrives in Long Beach for reconstruction plan
Ocean spanned Long Beach California reports 855 tons of the London Bridge entered US customs free as a large antique. 698 granite stones about one eleventh of the bridge arrived aboard the Norwegian freighter Fossum under the Queen Mary, being converted to a hotel restaurant and convention centre in Long Beach Harbour. The bridge will be rebuilt as a tourist section on an arm of the Colorado River.
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Alec Rose Knighted by Queen in London Honours
Alec Rose, the round the world yachtsman, was knighted today in London. The Prime Minister Office announced that the Queen had graciously approved the honour of knighthood for Alec Rose.
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Alec Rose
Wilson
Antions
Laver Victory Highlighted In Odd Summary
Fragmented text notes Laver and Legros in a tennis or sports contest with unclear scores amid mixed clippings. Mentions Tomy Roche, Em Terday and a reference to a New Deal item. Includes disparate items like gardening notes, finance, and a classifieds index across pages 20 to 28.
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Motorists to Get Boost From New Petrol Standards
Melbourne reports that Australian motorists will soon access higher octane petrol at no extra cost, aiming to improve engine performance. The South Australian Prices Commissioner approved price reductions on some fuels, with South Australian rates seen as a national benchmark. A spokesman indicated the new highquality petrol will be available to all motorists by September.
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